FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Shelley Small Business Loans
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Shelley unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Shelley Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.